Young and Hip Grandma’ at 31! Ree Drummond Shares Joy Over Daughter Alex’s First Baby

Ree Drummond is going to be a grandmother! The popular cook shared the happy news and is embracing her new role with humor and joy. Here’s a closer look at this sweet new chapter for Ree and her family.

Ree Drummond, known for her cooking and her family-friendly television show, is about to take on a new role as her family expands — she’s becoming a grandmother for the first time.

Her oldest daughter, Alex, recently announced she is expecting her first child with her husband, Mauricio Scott. Here’s a closer look at this joyful moment for the family, including Ree’s heartfelt reaction to Alex’s pregnancy, their touching baby shower, and how Alex even honored her mother in choosing the baby’s name.

### Becoming a Grandmother

In June, Ree shared the happy news with her fans and followers that Alex and Mauricio are expecting their first child. On her blog, Ree expressed her excitement and surprise, humorously describing her mixed emotions.

She wrote, “Oh my gosh. Alex is pregnant! My first baby is having her first baby. My child is going to have a child. It’s surreal, and I’m sure all of you grandparents can relate to the feeling of almost leaving your body when you hear this kind of news.”

For her baby shower, Alex shared sweet throwback photos of herself as a baby, including one of Ree while pregnant with Alex almost 30 years ago. The baby shower itself took place in October, and Ree drove to Dallas early in the morning to attend, armed with an iced coffee and her audiobook.

The event was hosted by Alex’s sister, Paige, and some friends. There was plenty of food, a mimosa bar, and Dr. Pepper, a favorite in the Drummond family. Ree wrote about the shower, saying it was a beautiful and emotional event. “It was just a regular baby shower, but not really, because the mom-to-be is my own daughter,” she wrote, adding that she teared up a few times during the celebration.

Ree shared glimpses of the shower on Instagram, mentioning that she enjoyed the tea sandwiches and Dr. Pepper. “I’m so happy for Alex!” she wrote. At the event, Alex held up a tiny denim jacket for her baby girl, which was one of the thoughtful gifts she received.

Dressed in a pink floral dress, Alex looked happy as she celebrated her first pregnancy. Friends and family joined her for this special day, bringing gifts and sharing the excitement of this new journey.

Alex shared more about the event on Instagram, saying, “I can’t wait for Sofia to see all these memories one day and know how loved she is.” She also shared the name of her daughter, Sofia Marie, as a tribute to Ree, whose middle name is Marie.

Inside Sofia Marie’s Dreamy Nursery
For their daughter’s nursery, Alex and Mauricio transformed one of their guest rooms. They started by replacing the carpet and creating a cozy space with a floral mural, white furniture, and vintage decor. Alex posted a video of Mauricio working on the room, including a mural from Anthropologie with flowers, bluebirds, and lemons.

Alex’s nursery setup featured bookshelves with children’s classics like The Giving Tree and The Velveteen Rabbit, along with Bible stories, all ready for story time. White furniture from Pottery Barn Kids with retro details filled the room, along with a pair of pink cowboy boots as a nod to their Oklahoma roots. She shared, “It makes me teary thinking about all the memories we’ll make in this room.”

She added a personal touch to the nursery by including a floral-covered Bible, reflecting the values she hopes to share with her daughter. Alex’s final post read, “We’re ready for you, Sofia Marie! (But maybe wait until I organize the closet).”

Ree Drummond’s excitement about becoming a grandmother has brought new joy to the Drummond family. As Alex and Mauricio eagerly await Sofia Marie’s arrival, they’re ready to start this next chapter filled with love and gratitude.